Gretsch USA Custom Snare Drums

For nearly 40 years, Gretsch Drums have been hand-crafted in Ridgeland, South Carolina. It’s here that a team of dedicated artisans ensure that every drum possess “That Great Gretsch Sound.” Every detail is considered, utilizing the finest materials available today. To honour the dedication and passion of these artisans and the time-honoured tradition of drum making.

At the heart of each USA Custom snare drum is the legendary 6-ply Gretsch-formula maple/gum shell with its 30-degree bearing edge, the exclusive "Silver Sealer” interior finish and rugged 4mm die cast hoops. The custom drum building team in Ridgeland, South Carolina uses time-tested, classic finishing techniques such as hand-rubbed stains and nitro-cellulose lacquers. Gretsch’s nitron-finishes are some of the world’s finest, offering additional durability and a vintage look requested by many top drummers. Gretsch takes pride in knowing that USA Custom owners can sit down every day and literally play the kit of their dreams.

The 5.5" & 6.5" deep snare drums are available with either 8 or 10 tuning lugs. The 6.5" & 8" deep drums are available with either separate top and bottom lugs or one double ended centrally mounted lug*.

• Choice of Lightning or Micro-Sensitive throw-off
• Choice of lug design - single or twin lugs.
• Vintage dial-adjusted felt batter muffler available
• 20-strand or 42-strand snare wires
• 4mm die-cast hoops
• 301 single flanged available as custom option (14" drum only)
  
• Remo Permatone Ambassador Coated Batter Head
• Remo Permatone Ambassador Hazy Snare Side
• Available in any USA Custom finish
  

There's sometimes a limited amount of Gretsch USA Custom snare drums available from the main European warehouse in Germany. However, most people prefer to spec their perfect snare drum to compliment their drum kit. 

For a full list of available finishes, click here. 

It is possible to order a USA Custom snare drum via the website and then we will contact you to finalise colour choice and specifications, however, as with any drum of this quality, we would always recommend giving us a call or dropping us a message first to discuss your requirements before any order is placed.  

Custom order Gretsch drums from the Ridgeland, South Carolina factory normally take between 4-6 months from the point of order depending on the chosen finish. 

*All prices listed are for double ended lugs except the 14"x8". Please contact us for prices regarding other configurations.